Chapter 7
romantic love
 Idealized lovebased on romance and perfection
unrequited love
 Loving another when the love will never be returned
companionate love
 An intimate form of love that involves friendly affection and deep attachment
based on a familiarity with loved one. Also referred to as conjugal love.
conjugal love
 An intimate form of love that involves familiarity with the loved one.
self-love
 Love for one’s self; the instinct or desire to promote ones own well-being.
Narcissism
 Excessive admiration of oneself
Chapter 8
constancy
 The realization in the young child that ones gender does not normally change over
the life span
sexual script
 The sum total of a persons internalized knowledge about sexuality
semenarche
 The experience of first ejaculation
Menarche
 The first menstruation
Abstinence
 Refraining from intercourse and often other forms of sexual contact.
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Patriarchy
 A social system in which the father is the head of the family and men have
authority over women and children.
Cohabitation
 Living together in a sexual relationship when not legally married.
common-law marriage
 A marriage existing by mutual agreement between a man and woman, or by the
fact of their cohabitation, without civil or religious ceremony
Alimony
 An allowance for support made under court order to a divorced person by the
former spouse usually the chief provider during the marriage.
Palimony
 An allowance for support made under court order and given usually by one person
to his or her former lover or live-in companion after they have separated.
asexual relationship

A type of intimate relationship in which the partners do not engage in sexual
intercourse.
comarital sex
 The consenting of married couples to sexually exchange partners.
Swinger
 A man, woman, or couple who openly exchanges sexual partners (also called a
polyamorist)
Polyamorist
 See swinger
arranged marriage
 Marriage that is arranged by parents or relatives and is often not based on love
Polygamy
 The condition or practice of having more than one spouse at a time
Polygyny
 The condition or practice of having more than one wife at a time.
Polyandry
 The condition or practice of having more than one husband at a time.
consanguineous marriage,
 A type of marriage between blood relatives, usually to maintain the integrity of
family property
domestic partner
 A person other than a spouse with whom one cohabits. Domestic partners can be
either same or other sex.
covenant marriage
 A marriage that is preceded b premarital counseling and has strict rules about
divorce.
serial divorce
 The practice of divorce and remarriage, followed by divorce and remarriage.
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sexual response
 Series of physiological and psychological changes that occur in the body during
sexual behavior
sexual response cycle
 Four stage model of sexual arousal proposed by Masters and Johnson
Excitement
 The first stage of the sexual response cycle, in which an erection occurs in males
and vaginal lubrication occurs in females
Plateau
 The second stage of the sexual response cycle, occurring prior to orgasm, in
which vasocongestion builds up.
Orgasm
 The third stage of the sexual response cycle, which involves an intense sensation
during the peak of sexual arousal and results in a release of sexual tension.
Resolution
 The fourth stage of the sexual response cycle, in which the body returns to the
prearoused state.
Vasocongestion
 An increase in the blood concentrated in the male and female genitals, as well as
in the female breasts, during sexual activity.
Myotonia
 Invouluntary contractions of the muscles.
Transudation
 The lubrication of the vagina during sexual arousal
tenting effect
 During sexual arousal in females, the cervix and uterus pull up, and the upper
third of the vagina balloons open, makes a larger opening in the cervix.
Introitus
 Entrance to the vagina.
sex flush
 A temporary reddish color change that some times develops during sexual
excitement.
orgasmic platform,
 The thickening of the walls on the outer third of the vagina.
multiple orgasms
 More than one orgasm experienced within a short period of time.
G-spot
 Grafenberg spot. A controversial structure that is said to lie on the front wall of
the vagina and is reputed to be a seat of sexual pleasure when stimulated.
pelvic congestion
 Occurs when blood pools in the veins in the uterus, ovaries, and vulva, causing
cramping and general discomfort. Typically this pain is lessened after orgasmic
release.
Tumescence
 The swelling of the penis due to vascongestion, causing an erection.
Detumescence
 The return of an erect penis to the flaccid state
ejaculatory inevitability,
 A feeling that ejaculation can no longer be controlled.
refractory stage,
 The period of time after an ejaculation in which men cannot be stimulated to
further orgasm.
triphasic model
 Proposed by Helen Singer Kaplan, Three phases.
 Desire, excitement, and orgasm
Celibacy
 The state of remaining unmarried, often used today to refer to abstaining from
sex.
Abstinence
 The refraining from intercourse and often other forms of sexual contact.
sexual cognition
 Thoughts about sex.
mutual masturbation
 Simultaneous masturbation of sexual partners by each other.
manual sex
 The physical caressing of the genitals during solo or partner masturbation.
cunnilingus
 The act of sexually stimulating the female genitals with the mouth.
fellatio sixty-nine
 Oral sex that is preformed simultaneously between two partners.
Anilingus
 Oral stimulation of the anus.
Intromission
 Insertion of the penis into the vagina or anus.
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Biphobia
 Strongly negative attitudes toward bisexuals and bisexuality
Heterophobia
 Fear of straight people.
sequential bisexuality
 Having sex exclusively with one gender followed by sex exclusively with the
other.
contemporaneous bisexuality
 Having sexual partners or both sexes during the same time period.
situational homosexuality
 Homo sexuality that occurs because of a lack of heterosexual partners.
Chapter 12
mucus plug
 A collection of thick mucus in the cervix that prevents bacteria from entering the
uterus.
spontaneous abortion
 A natural process whereby the body expels a developing embryo.
Zygote
 The single cell resulting from the union of a male and female gamete, the
fertilized ovum
Blastocyst
 The hollow ball of embryonic cells that enters the uterus from the Fallopian tubes
and eventually implants.
Embryo
 The developing organism from the 2nd to the 8th weeks of gestation
Amnion
 A thin, tough, membranous sac that encloses the embryo or fetus
Placenta
 The structure through which the exchange of materials between fetal and maternal
circulations occurs.
umbilical cord
 The long, ropelike structure that connects the fetus to the placenta.
fraternal twins
 Two offspring developed from two separate ova fertilized by different
spermatozoa.
Dizygotic
 Pertaining to or derived from two separate zygotes.
identical twins
 Two offspring developed from a single zygote that completely divides into two
separate, genetically identical zygotes.
Monozygotic
 Pertaining to or derived from one zygote.
conjoined twins,
 Twins who are born physically joined together.
morning sickness,
 The nausea and vomiting that some women have when they become pregnant,
typically caused by the increase in hormones. Can occur at any point in the day.
Pseudocyesis
 A condition in which a woman experiences signs of pregnancy, even though she
is not pregnant.
Couvades
 A condition in which the father experiences the symptoms of pregnancy and or
childbirth without an actual pregnancy.
hCG
 The hormone that stimulates production of estrogen and progesterone to maintain
pregnancy.
false negative/positive
 Incorrect result of a medical test or procedure that wrongly shows the lack of a
finding.
RIA blood test
 Blood Pregnancy test. Radioimmunoassy
ectopic pregnancy
 The implantation of the fertilized egg outside the uterus, such as in the Fallopian
tubes or abdomen.
Naegeles rule
 A means of figuring the due date by subtracting 3 months from the frist day of
the last menstrual period and adding 7 days.
Amniocentesis
 A procedure in which a small sample of amniotic fluid is then analyzed to detect
chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus or to determine the sex of the fetus.
amniotic fluid
 The fluid in the amniotic cavity
female infanticide
 The killing of female infants, practiced in some countries that value males more
than females.
infertility,
 The inability to conceive.
Laparoscopy
 A procedure that allows a direct view of all the pelvic organs, including the
uterus, Fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Also refers to a number of important
surgeries involving the laparoscope.
Hysteroscopy
 Visual inspection of the uterine cavity with an endoscope
Variocele
 An unnatural swelling of the veins in the scrotum.
artificial insemination
 Artificially introducing sperm into a womans reproductive tract.
sperm bank
 A storage facility that holds supplies of sperm for future use.
IVF
 In Vitro Fertilization
 A procedure in which a woman’s ova are removed from her body, fertilized with
sperm in a lab, and then surgically implanted back into her uterus.
GIFT
 Gamete intra-Fallopian tube transfer
 A reproductive technique in which sperm and ova are collected and inejected into
the Fallopian tube prior to fertilization
ZIFT
 Zygote intra-Fallopian tube transfer
 A reproductive technique in which the sperm and ova are collected and fertilized
outside the body, and the fertilized zygote is then placed into the Fallopian tube.
ICSI
 Fertility procedure that involves mechanically injecting a sperm into the center of
an ovum.
surrogate parenting,
 Use of a woman who, through artificial insemination or in vitro fertilization,
gestates a fetus for another woman or man
Trimester
 A term of three months, pregnancies usually consist of three trimesters
Sonography
 Electronic monitoring, also called ultrasound
Ultrasound
 The use of ultra sonic waves to monitor a developing fetus, also called
sonography.
Lanugo
 The downy covering of a hair over a fetus.
Vernix
 Cheesy substance that coats the fetus in the uterus.
Braxton-Hicks Contractions
 Intermittent contractions of the uterus after the third month of pregnancy.
Colostrums
 A thin, yellowish fluid, high in protein and antibodies, secreted from the nipples
at the end of pregnancy and during the first few days after delivery.
FAS
 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
 A disorder involving physical and mental deficiencies, nervous system damage,
and facial abnormalities found in the offspring of mothers who consumed large
quantities of alcohol during pregnancy.
c-section
 A surgical procedure in which the womans abdomen and uterus are surgically
opened and a child is removed; used when vaginal birth may endanger a mother
and/or child.
CVS
 Chorionic villus sampling
 The sampling and testing of the chorion for fetal abnormalities.
MSAFP
 Maternal-serum alpha-fetoprotein screening
 A blood test used during early pregnancy to determine neural tube defects such as
spina bifida or ancencphaly
spina bifida
 A congenital defect of the vertebral column in which the halves of the neural arch
of a vertebra fail to fuse in the midline
Anecephaly
 Congenital absence of most of the brain and spinal cord.
Down syndrome

Rhogam
 A drug given to mothers whose Rh is incompatible with the fetus; prevents the
formation of antibodies that can imperil future pregnancies.
Toxemia
 A form of blood poisoning caused by kidney disturbances.
Preeclampsia
 A condition of hypertension during pregnancy, typically accompanied by leg
swelling and other symptoms
Eclampsia
 A progression of toxemia with similar, but worsening, conditions
Lamaze
 A prepared childbirth method in which couples are provided information about
the birth process and are taught breathing and relaxation exercise to use during
labor
cervical effacement
 The stretching and thinning of the cervix in preparation for birth
Engagement
 When the fetus moves down toward the birth canal prior to delivery
dilation,
 The expansion of the opening of the cervix in preparation for birth.
Transition
 The last period in labor, in which contractions are strongest and the periods in
between contractions are the shortest.
Endorphins
 Neurotransmitters, concentrated in the pituitary gland and parts of the brain that
inhibit physical pain.
fetal distress
 Condition in which a fetus has an abnormal heart rate or rhythm
Crowning
 The emergence of a baby’s head at the opening of the vagina at birth.
Apgar
 Test of the baby to make sure that he is ok
premature birth,
 Any infant born before the 37th week of pregnancy.
Episiotomy
 A cut made with surgical scissors to avoid tearing of the perineum at the end of
the second stage of labor.
placenta previa
 A condition in which the placenta is abnormally positioned in the uterus so that it
is partially or completely covers the opening of the cervix
Stillbirth
 An infant who is born dead.
postpartum depression
 A woman’s clinical depression that occurs after childbirth
postpartum psychosis
 The rare occurrence of severe, debilitation depression of psychotic symptoms in
the mother after childbirth.
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birth control
 Another term for contraception
FDA
 Approves and disapprove new drugs
effectiveness rates
 Estimated rates of the number of women who do not become pregnant each year
using each method of contraception
perfect use
 Refers to the probability of contraceptive failure for a perfect user of each method
Condom
 Come on now.
nonoxynol-9
 A spermicide that has been used to prevent pregnancy and protect against sexually
transmitted infections
poistcoital drip
 A vaginal discharge (dripping) that occurs after sexual intercourse.
Diaphragm
 A birth control device consisting of a latex dome on a flexible spring rim, used
with spermicidal cream or jelly.
Abortion
 Induced termination of a pregnancy before fetal viability
PID
 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
 Widespread infection of the female pelvic organs.
contraceptive sponge
 Polyurethane sponge impregnated with spermicide, inserted into the vagina for
contraception
cervical barrier
 A plastic or rubber cover for the cervix that provides a contraceptive barrier to
sperm.
FemCap
 Reusable silicone barrier vaginal contraceptive that comes in three sizes
Lea’s Shield
 Reusable silicone barrier vaginal contraceptive that contains a one-way valve
oral contraceptive
 The ‘Pill’. A preparation of synthetic female hormones that blocks ovulation
combination birth control pill
 A oral contraceptive containing synthetic estrogen and progesterone.
Monophasic
 Level of hormones stays the same throughout the month
multiphasic
 Varying levels of hormone during the moth, each week the hormonal dosage is
changed.
start day
 The actual day that the first pill is taken in a pack of oral contraceptives.
placebo pills
 Does not contain hormones
breakthrough bleeding
 Slight blood loss that occurs from the terus when a moman is taking oral
contraceptives
triphasil pill
 A type of multiphasic oral contraceptive with three different types of pills, each of
which contains a different hormonal dosage.
NuvaRing

A small plastic contraceptive ring that is inserted into the vagina once a month
and releases a constant dose of estrogen and progestin
Ortho Evra patch
 A thin peach colored patch that sticks to the skin and time releases synthetic
estrogen and progestin into the bloodstream to inhibit ovulation, increase cervical
mucus and render the uterus inhospitable, also referred to as the “patch”
progestin-only birth control method
 Contraceptive hormonal method that does not contain estrogen and works by
changing a woman’s menstrual cycle.
minipills or POP
 A type of birth control pill that contains only synthetic progesterone and no
estrogen.
subdermal contraceptive implant
 Contraceptive implant that time releases a constant dose of progestin to inhibit
ovulation
Norplant
 A hormonal method of birth control using doses that are implanted into a womans
arm and that can remain in place for up to 5 years.
Depo-Provera
 An injectable contraceptive that prevents ovulation and thickens the cervical
mucus.
Spermacide
 Chemical method of contraception, including creams, gels, foams, suppositories
and films that work to reduce the survival of sperm in the vagina
Microbicide
 Chemical that works by inhibiting sperm function, are effective against HIV and
other STI’s and are not harmful to the vaginal or cervical cells.
vaginal contraceptive film,
 Spermicidal contraceptive film that is placed in the vagina
natural family planning
 A contraceptive method that involves calculating ovulation and avoiding sexual
intercourse during ovulation and at unsafe times.
symptothermal method
 A contraceptive method that involves monitoring both cervical mucus and basal
body temperature to determine ovulation.
basal body temperature
 The body’s resting temperature used to calculate ovulation in the symptothermal
method of contraception
rhythm method
 A contraceptive method that involves calculating the period of ovulation and
avoiding sex at this time
fertility awareness
 Basil body temperature charting used in conjunction with another method of
contraception
coitus interruptus,

A contraceptive method involving withdrawl of the penis from the vagina prior to
ejacualtion
Sterilization
 Surgical contraceptive method that causes permanent infertility.
tubal sterilization
 A surgical procedure in which the Fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or cauterized for
permanent contraception
Cauterization
 Buring or searing the Fallopian tubes or vas deferens for permanent steriliztion
Ligation
 Tying of binding of the Fallopian dues or vas deferens.
outpatient surgery
 Surgery preformed in the hospital or doctors office, after which a patient is
allowed to return home, inpatient surgery requires hospitalization
Laparoscope
 A tiny scope that can be inserted through the skin and allows for viewing of the
uterine cavity.
Vasectomy
 Surgical procedure in which each vas deferens is cut, tied, or cauterized, for
permanent contraception
Yuzpe regimen
 Original plan for emergency hormonal contraception using high doses of
combination birth control pills to inhibit pregnancy after unprotected intercourse.
emergency contraceptive
 Contraception that is designed to prevent pregnancy after unprotected vaginal
intercourse.
menstrual extraction
 Removal of the contents of the uterus prior to a positive pregnancy test.
Gossypol
 An ingredient in cottonseed oil, that when injected or implanted, may inhibit
sperm production
Immunocontraceptives
 Vaccines designed to suppress testicular function and eliminate sperm and
testosterone production.
pro-life
 Individual who believes that abortion should be illegal or strictly regulated by the
government.
pro-choice
 Individual who believes that the abortion decision should be left up to the woman
and not regulated by the government.
back-alley abortion
 Illegal abortion
uterine perforation
 Tearing a hole in the uterus.
cervical laceration
 Cuts or tears in the cervix.
first-trimester abortion
 Termination of pregnancy within the first 14 weeks of pregnancy
second-trimester abortion
 Termination of pregnancy between the 14th and 21st weeks of pregnancy
vacuum aspiration
 The termination of a pregnancy by using suction to empty contents of the uterus.
dilation rods
 A series of graduated metal rods that are used to dilate the cervical opening during
an abortion procedure.
Cannula
 A tube, used in an abortion procedure, through which the uterine contents are
emptied.
vacuum aspirator
 A vacuum pump that is used during abortion procedures
dilation and evacuation
 A second trimester abortion procedure that involves cervical dilation, and vacuum
aspiration of the uterus.
Laminaria
 Seaweed used in the second trimester abortion procedures to dilate the cervix.
Used dried, it can swell three to five times its original diameter.
induced labor procedure
 Using artificial means, such as drugs, to start labor.
saline abortion
 A second trimester abortion procedure in which amniotic fluid is removed and
replaced with saline solution, which causes premature delivery of the fetus.
prostaglandin,
 Oral or injected drug taken to cause uterine contractions
Hysterotomy
 A second trimester abortion procedure that involves surgical removal of the fetus
through the abdomen.
Mifepristone,
 Drug ised in medical abortion procedures, it blocks development of progesterone,
which causes a breakdown in the uterine lining, AKA RU-486
RU-486,
 See above
Methotrexate
 Drug used in medical abortion procedures when taken it stops the development of
the zygote
Parental notification
 Abortion legislation that requires the notification of the parents of a minor prior to
an abortion procedure
Parental consent,
Judicial bypass option